Direct democracy is a political system where the citizens participate in the decision-making personally, contrary to relying on intermediaries or representatives. The use of a lot system, a characteristic of Athenian democracy, is unique to direct democracies.
As a general rule of thumb posts typically are 6-8 feet apart and are positioned on the corners, against the house and by the stairs of your deck. Mark the joists where the posts will go. Make sure they are even distance apart from one another. Next cut the posts to length.
How to Install Deck Guardrail Posts. When planning a deck rail, ensure that you have a sturdy structure that will take up to 200 lb. of outward pressure. Most building codes call for a minimum height of 36 inchesâtaller is OKâand a distance of between 4 and 6 feet between posts, where the posts are 4 inches by 4 inches.